🇰🇵 North Korea

North Korea Stands Firm on Nuclear Arsenal, Cites 'Not Bad' Ties With Trump
July 29 @ 6:04pm ET  
North Korea insists it will never abandon nuclear weapons, as stated by Kim Yo Jong on July 29. Despite this, she noted 'not bad' ties between Kim Jong Un and President Trump, hinting at possible dialogue.
North Korea's Wonsan Kalma Resort Shuts Doors to Foreigners
July 22 @ 4:40am ET  
North Korea's Wonsan Kalma resort, recently opened as a major tourist destination, has banned foreign visitors just weeks after its launch. The 'temporary' policy shift raises doubts about the country's tourism ambitions.
Congressional Forum Tackles North Korea's Uncertain Future
July 15 @ 11:31pm ET  
A congressional forum on July 16 in Washington, D.C., hosted by the Defense Forum Foundation and North Korea Freedom Coalition, addressed North Korea's future. Key topics included nuclear threats and human rights issues.
North Korea Unveils Benidorm-Style Resort for Russian Visitors
July 15 @ 4:40am ET  
North Korea's Wonsan-Kalma resort, a Benidorm-style beachfront complex, recently welcomed its first Russian tourists. This move reflects Kim Jong Un's push to boost tourism amid global isolation.
North Korea Unveils Wonsan Kalma Resort in Bold Tourism Push
June 27 @ 8:40pm ET  
North Korea has opened the Wonsan Kalma beach resort, a major project under Kim Jong Un's tourism push. Set to host domestic tourists from July 1, it raises questions about funding amid sanctions.
North Korea Succeeds in Second Warship Launch After May Failure
June 16 @ 4:41pm ET  
North Korea successfully relaunched its 5,000-ton destroyer on June 13 after a failed attempt in May when it capsized. The second launch, attended by Kim Jong Un, marks a key step in the nation's naval ambitions.
North Korea Salvages Capsized Warship Amid Kim Jong Un's Fury
June 9 @ 8:40am ET  
North Korea has salvaged a 5,000-ton destroyer that capsized during its launch in Chongjin, drawing fierce criticism from Kim Jong Un. The incident led to arrests of officials and urgent repair efforts for the vessel.